upper lip
The 'upper lip' can refer to a part of the face or be part of the idiom 'stiff upper lip,' symbolizing resilience.
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Definition
A2Anatomy
(general)The area of the face located above the mouth and below the nose.
Example
- He had a small scar on his upper lip.
- She applied lipstick to her upper lip.
B2Idiomatic Expression
(idiomatic, British)To remain calm and composed in difficult situations.
Example
- Despite the bad news, he kept a stiff upper lip.
- She showed a stiff upper lip during the crisis.
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